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Rowing FriendsEpisode 28 Rowing FriendsAdrien and Kate discussed their personal routines, challenges, and recent experiences related to rowing, including the impact of weather on their activities. They explored various strategies to promote and improve rowing as a sport, addressing issues such as accessibility, recruitment, and event organization. The conversation also touched on different types of rowing boats, training approaches, and upcoming events and podcast guests. They hope you enjoy the episode.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on social.This Podcast- @rowingfriendspodAdrien- @rowingonthesquareKate...2025-07-2159 min
Rowing FriendsEpisode 27 Rowing Friends with Matt LogueRowing Friends welcomed Matt Logue, UB Crew Alumni to the podcast. The group caught up on personal updates and discussed Matt's current roles, including his position as executive director at 3 Rivers Rowing Association and his work on the US Rowing Safety Committee. They explored safety concerns in rowing, with Matt highlighting the importance of life jackets, swimming abilities, and heat guidelines, while emphasizing the need for a conversational approach to safety rather than a punitive one. The conversation shifted to the unique challenges of rowing compared to other sports, and Kate shared her perspective as a new parent in t...2025-07-141h 04
Rowing FriendsEpisode 26 Bonus Rowing FriendsIn this bonus episode Adrien is joined by Dave Cusano, fellow UB crew alumni. This episode is the prequel to episode 26 before Kate arrives to the conversation. Please enjoy! Dave discussed his search for riggers for his varsity 8 Resolute boat, which was damaged last spring. He explained that the riggers are unique to the year of manufacture and have specific alignment requirements, making it challenging to find compatible ones. Dave shared updates about his athletes, who are competing at U23 trials, and their recent achievements in rowing events.Adrien and Dave discussed their experiences with rowing boats, sha...2025-07-0733 min
Rowing FriendsEpisode 26 Rowing Friends Dave CusanoWe are pleased to welcome Dave Cusano a fellow UB Crew Alumni to the Rowing Friends podcast. Dave discussed the challenges and successes of his rowing team's season, highlighting the impact of weather and other factors on their performance. He noted that despite the difficulties, the team maintained a positive attitude and achieved some success at nationals. David also shared his philosophy on coaching, emphasizing the importance of producing good humans through rowing rather than focusing solely on competitive results. Additionally, he mentioned his plans to coach a small group of college athletes over the summer and expressed hope f...2025-06-301h 09Rowing FriendsEpisode 25 Rowing FriendsAdrien and Kate celebrated their 25th podcast episode and discussed their progress toward reaching 25 reviews across their podcast platforms. They reflected on their podcast journey, shared memories of rowing experiences, and discussed plans for future episodes including guest coordination and exploring rowing topics. The conversation covered personal memories of college life at UB, including uniforms, study habits, and the sense of community created through rowing, while also planning a return-to-row event for alumni in Rochester.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on social.This Podcast...2025-06-1650 minRowing FriendsEpisode 24 Rowing FriendsAdrien and Kate discussed Adrien's regatta attendance at Pittsford Regatta in Pittsford NY. They shared updates about their respective rowing teams' recent competitions, including Kate’s daughter experience at Youth Nationals, SRAA Scholastic National Championship Regatta, Cooper River, Pennsauken, NJ, and local races. They talked about the benefits of live streaming and cross-training for athletes. Kate and Adrien also spoke about rowing programs and learn-to-row initiatives, including alumni boats and community rowing activities in different regions.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on social.This Podc...2025-06-0956 minRowing FriendsEpisode 23 Rowing FriendsAdrien and Kate discussed their experiences at a rowing event, including their children's participation and performance, as well as their own busy schedules and commitments. They explored various aspects of competitive rowing, such as summer programs, coaching challenges, and the importance of building strong relationships with coaches and teammates. The conversation also touched on balancing rowing with other life activities, the need for flexibility in coaching arrangements, and potential future podcast topics.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on social.This Podcast- @rowingfriendspod...2025-06-0259 minRowing FriendsEpisode 22 Rowing FriendsIn this episode Kate expressed frustration about the changes to the live streaming service at the Saratoga Invitational rowing event, particularly the shift from a free to a paid service. She speculated that this change might be due to US Rowing contracting with a specific company for all rowing event live streams. Kate appealed to the organizers to reconsider this decision, given the importance of the live stream for remote viewers and the limitations of on-site viewing. They also shared their experiences with food tent setup, the importance of proper planning and organization for regatta events, and the challenges...2025-05-1950 minRowing FriendsEpisode 21 Rowing FriendsIn this episode Kate expressed frustration about the changes to the live streaming service at the Saratoga Invitational rowing event, particularly the shift from a free to a paid service. She speculated that this change might be due to US Rowing contracting with a specific company for all rowing event live streams. Kate appealed to the organizers to reconsider this decision, given the importance of the live stream for remote viewers and the limitations of on-site viewing. They also shared their experiences with food tent setup, the importance of proper planning and organization for regatta events, and the challenges...2025-05-1249 minRowing FriendsEpisode 20 Rowing FriendsIn this episode Kate and Adrien covered various aspects of rowing, including discussions about the University of Buffalo Club rowing team, challenges in managing rowing teams, and the broader rowing community in New York. The hosts explored the potential for combining teams, the importance of creating positive experiences for student athletes, and the challenges of restarting and maintaining rowing programs. They also discussed upcoming rowing events and plans for future podcast episodes.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. This Podcast- @rowingfriendspod...2025-05-0559 minRowing FriendsEpisode 19 Rowing FriendsAdrien and Kate discussed Adrien's recent visit to Oswego with her son, a SUNY school, and compared it to their previous experiences at UB and Brockport. They also shared details of the recent visit to a college campus, including the use of a location app for student safety and the provision of shovels for students to clear their cars in winter. The conversation ended with discussions about their children's driving habits, their children's recent adventures, and the upcoming rowing event, focusing on the experience of novice rowers.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and...2025-04-2848 minRowing FriendsEpisode 18 Rowing FriendsIn this episode Kate and Adrien discuss the transition from Junior to Senior year as both their children reach this milestone. Kate shares spring time flurry of student visits at her college and best practices when visiting. They finish with discussing their graduation experiences, Dad Vails, and high school states changes over the past few years. They finish up with their hopes for finding out more information about the UB team.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. This Podcast- @rowingfriendspodAdrien...2025-04-2148 min
Rowing FriendsEpisode 17 Rowing Friends Dan AndersonIn this episode our special guest Dan Anderson discusses his background in rowing, his experiences in various regattas, and his journey into the sport. We also explored the challenges and opportunities of rowing on different bodies of water, the importance of maintaining connections with rowing club alumni, and the potential for a more recreational approach to the sport. Additionally, we touched on the topic of boathouse documentation, and Dan shared his experiences visiting over 300 boathouses. We also discussed the idea of a "return to row" campaign to engage former rowers.Please follow...2025-04-141h 07Rowing FriendsEpisode 16 Rowing FriendsAdrien and Kate discussed Adrien's plans for opening a rowing-focused gym and physical therapy clinic, as well as the challenges of rowing in their respective locations. The conversation concluded with a discussion about college visits and the rowing recruitment process for Kate's daughter, Hannah, emphasizing the importance of campus atmosphere and team culture in the decision-making process.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. This Podcast- @rowingfriendspodAdrien- @rowingonthesquareKate- @ collegeadvisingbykate.For rowing -specific exercises check...2025-04-0743 min
Rowing FriendsEpisode 15 Rowing Friends Todd VogtKate and Adrien welcome Todd Vogt, Paralympian and UB Crew Alumni to the show. They cover various aspects of Todd's rowing, including personal experiences, coaching, and competitions. Todd shares his journey in the sport, from college rowing to Paralympic participation, and discusses technical aspects of his training and racing. Kate and Adrien are so thankful Todd was able to take time to speak with them.Follow Todd Vogt on socials @engineroom23Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. This Podcast- @rowingfriendspodAdrien- @rowingonthesquare2025-03-311h 14
Rowing FriendsEpisode 14 Rowing Friends Wendy DornWendy, Adrien, and Kate discussed their experiences with rowing and reminisced about their past interactions, with a focus on the impact of rowing on their lives and the potential for a podcast discussing the rowing community. They also shared stories about their coaching experiences, the challenges faced by their rowing teams, and the evolution of the sport over time. The conversation concluded with plans for Adrien to edit and release a podcast with Wendy as a special guest.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. ...2025-03-241h 07Rowing FriendsEpisode 13 Rowing FriendsIn this episode Kate and Adrien talk about Kate's daughter's spring training trip at Camp Bob in South Carolina. Kate discusses camp ups and downs. Then they shift gears to talk about the UB yearbook and crew related articles. We talk totaled- boats, Dirigos, and our special guest pods which are coming soon!Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. This Podcast- @rowingfriendspodAdrien- @rowingonthesquareKate- @ collegeadvisingbykate.For rowing -specific exercises check out Adrien's YouTube Channel @rowingonthesquare, like and subscribe!2025-03-1738 minRowing FriendsEpisode 12 Rowing FriendsIn this episode Kate and Adrien discuss the ins and outs of Kate's daughter's spring training trip! You learn all the details about what makes for a memorable trip.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. This Podcast- @rowingfriendspodAdrien- @rowingonthesquareKate- @ collegeadvisingbykate.For rowing -specific exercises check out Adrien's YouTube Channel @rowingonthesquare, like and subscribe!2025-03-1027 minRowing FriendsEpisode 11 Rowing FriendsIn this episode Kate and Adrien go back in time with a thought experiment time travel game. This is definitely a fun episode!Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. This Podcast- @rowingfriendspodAdrien- @rowingonthesquareKate- @ collegeadvisingbykate.For rowing -specific exercises check out Adrien's YouTube Channel @rowingonthesquare, like and subscribe!2025-03-0335 minRowing FriendsEpisode 10 Rowing FriendsIn this episode, Kate and Adrien discuss the Virtual Head of the Charles 4702, balancing long pieces and sprint work, and lament 1K and 2K work. They also debate bike erg vs. erg vs. ski erg, cardio vs. strength training, and returning to rowing. Kate and Adrien are looking for rowing guests! Feel free to reach out if you want to be on the podcast!Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on socials. This Podcast- @rowingfriendspodAdrien- @rowingonthesquareKate- @ collegeadvisingbykate.For rowing -specific...2025-02-2440 minRowing FriendsEpisode 9 Rowing FriendsOn this episode Kate and Adrien talk about the Buffalo Bills AFC Championship game loss. Adrien shares news on her new clinic location and new to her ergs. Kate discusses the College Athlete Recruiting process. She mentions the podcast Your College Bound Kid, and the NCSA free and paid accounts for athletes. She encourages athletes to practice talking to coaches and coach/ athlete communication levels can vary. Kate and Adrien talk about spring training trips and the importance of fun and team bonding.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check...2025-02-1736 minRowing FriendsEpisode 8 Rowing FriendsIn this Episode, Kate and Adrien discuss Parenting College Students, Counselor's perspective on college students, Long erg workouts, Goal setting for 2025, and the history of UB rowing.Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on social.Adrien- @rowingonthesquare, Kate- @ collegeadvisingbykate.For rowing -specific exercises check out Adrien's YouTube Channel @rowingonthesquare, like andsubscribe!2025-02-1037 minRowing FriendsRowing Friends Episode 7In this episode Kate and Adrien talk about pre holiday shopping, and what's new in rowing for them. We take a moment to talk about 2K strategy and favorite rowing memories of 2024.
Please follow our podcast on your preferred listening platform and check us out on social. Adrien- @rowingonthesquare, Kate- @ collegeadvisingbykate.
For rowing specific exercises check out Adrien's YouTube Channel @rowingonthesquare, like and subscribe!2025-02-0737 minRowing FriendsEpisode 5 Rowing FriendsRecorded on November 8th, 2024. Adrien and Kate discuss life lessons that rowing has taught us. We share our favorite music to listen to while we erg, and Adrien talks about technology for rowing.2024-12-0231 minRowing FriendsEpisode 6 Rowing FriendsIn this episode Kate and Adrien talk about what they do outside of the podcast and how that relates to rowing. Adrien talks about her physical therapy practice Rowing on the Square where she treats orthopedic injuries with a focus on rowers. Kate discusses her work as a college counselor and plans to help other parents through the college selection process.
Adrien mentions her YouTube channel with rowing specific exercises @rowingonthesquare.2024-11-2537 minRowing FriendsEpisode 4 Rowing FriendsRecorded 11/1/2024
Kate and Adrien discuss the rowing happens of the past couple weeks. Head of the Fish, Head of the Charles with Rowing in Color, and teaching coxins.2024-11-1429 minRowing FriendsEpisode 3 Rowing FriendsRecorded 10/4/2025
Kate and Adrien discuss the rowing update for the week.
Head of the Hudson, Fall Classic, finishing work on the single, pair steering, rowing in college, boat seats, coxins, safety, and the UB update!2024-11-1334 minRowing FriendsEpisode 2 Rowing FriendsJoin us for our rowing week in review, where we will be rowing and the rowing happenings of the week!2024-11-1236 minRowing FriendsEpisode 1 Rowing FriendsGet to know Rowing Friends!2024-11-1129 min